Blount Clam Shack

335 Water St, Warren, RI 02885

Seafood

License: Mobile Food Service

Last inspected: Jun 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Blount Clam Shack stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jun 4, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to four violations previously.

The most common issue across all inspections has been thermometers provided & accurate, showing up two times.

The city-wide average sits at 90, which Blount Clam Shack's 86 doesn't quite reach. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 4, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

Thermometers provided & accurate (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Thermometers observed to be lacking in refrigeration unit(s). Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Hood vents observed with an accumulation of grease/dust/debris. Hood vents are to be properly cleaned.

6-202.12

Jun 26, 2024

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The dishwasher is lacking a proper air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Per PIC, air gap will be installed today.

5-402.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Lid to the ice machine is in poor repair and doesn't close properly. New lid has been ordered.

4-501.11

Jun 12, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of the beverage/stuffie reach-in unit was observed held at 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Stuffie observed with temperature of 47 degrees F. Ice observed at the back of the unit. In addition, prep unit observed with an ambient temperature of 51 degrees F. No food products observed in this unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Service call placed during inspection. No TCS foods are to be stored in these units until they are serviced and at consistent temperatures at/below 41 degrees F.

3-501.16(A)

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The dishwasher is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food/food equipment is placed.

5-402.11

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The chlorine concentration of the sanitizing solution of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). The concentration of chlorine in the sanitizing solution must be between 50-100 ppm. Service call placed during inspection and 3-bay sink is being used to sanitize until dishwasher is repaired and at proper sanitizing concentration.

4-501.114

Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Spray bottles used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine and refrigeration shelving/gaskets have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Ice machine located in the trailer was not in good repair. The lid has come off the hinge resulting in an inability to close properly. In addition, upper/lower beverage/stuffie unit and 4-door reach-in freezer observed with ice buildup. Equipment must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Jun 5, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 1, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Ambient temperature of the chowder/soup lowboy unit observed at 47 degrees F. degrees Chowders in this unit observed with temperatures between 50 and 56 degrees F. Inspector thermometer calibrated. Voluntary disposal during inspection. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Service call has been placed. No TCS foods are to be stored in this unit until it is maintaining consistent temperature at/below 41 degrees F.

3-501.16(A)

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometer is lacking in the refrigeration unit that holds beverages and stuffies. All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display. All cold hold equipment must be checked for accurate thermometers.

4-203.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the hoods have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. In addition, a large area of dried food residue observed on the bottom of the 4-door reach-in, and ice build-up observed at the back of the beverage/stuffie reach-in. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned often enough to prevent such build-up.

4-601.11(B)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blount Clam Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blount Clam Shack on file is from Jun 4, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blount Clam Shack?

Across the inspection record, thermometers provided & accurate has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blount Clam Shack.

How does Blount Clam Shack compare to other restaurants in Warren?

Blount Clam Shack most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Warren average of 90.

Has Blount Clam Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blount Clam Shack have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blount Clam Shack means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Blount Clam Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blount Clam Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Score: 61 — Medium Risk

Wedge

279 Water St Unit 3

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Warren → Seafood restaurants in Rhode Island → Seafood restaurants in Warren